Thomas Edison Dahlia
Rich royal purple dinner plate blooms with formal decorative form. One of the few true purples and a showstopper in late-summer beds.
Dangerous to cats
Toxic to cats and dogs, but only mildly. A pet that chews the plant may get a mild stomach upset, and contact can mildly irritate skin.
Bloom Season
Jul - Oct
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Sun Requirements
○ Full Sun6+ hours direct
Water Needs
Moderate
Regular watering
Size & Zones
3-4' tall
USDA Zones 3-10
Bloom Colors
Purple
Traits
✿ Pollinator Friendly✂ Cut Flower
Soil
LoamSandy
Where to buy
Find Thomas Edison Dahlia bulbs on Amazon.
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